ALASTIN Skincare A-LUMINATE BRIGHTENING Serum
Works for
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Tranexamic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“A-LUMINATE BRIGHTENING Serum™”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide, tranexamic acid
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: pancratium maritimum extract.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Hexapeptide-11 + 3 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: hexapeptide-11.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Hexapeptide-11 + 19 moreWorks well
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
betaine, fructose.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, helianthus annuus seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: hexapeptide-11, niacinamide
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Withania somnifera root extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Squalane~5–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneGlycerin~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinNiacinamide~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideSodium acrylates copolymer~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerThermus thermophillus ferment~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralising free radicals in skin and have some hydration properties
More about Thermus thermophillus fermentTranexamic acid~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is effective in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone. It can also help in skin barrier recovery. It is used to treat melasma, especially with injections and when taken orally
More about Tranexamic acidGlucosyl hesperidin~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to neutralize free radicals in skin. Also works as a humectant
More about Glucosyl hesperidinSilybum marianum fruit extract~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Withania somnifera root extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Lactoferrin~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plankton extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Plankton extractTremella fuciformis sporocarp extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mushroom extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extractPancratium maritimum extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It might help reduce hyperpigmentation
More about Pancratium maritimum extractDunaliella salina extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A green micro-algae extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid evidence is lacking. It helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Dunaliella salina extractPentasodium tetracarboxymethyl acetylhydroxyprolyl dipeptide-12~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hexapeptide-11~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Hexapeptide-11Hexapeptide-12~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentasodium tetracarboxymethyl dipeptide-51~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Diglucosyl gallic acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phospholipids~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsFructose~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseBetaine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineAscorbyl palmitate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitatePropanediol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolLecithin~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinCaprylyl methicone~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeDimethicone~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeMannitol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolPhosphatidylcholine~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to enhance the delivery of other ingredients
More about Phosphatidylcholine1,2-hexanediol~0.3–0.6%
Cetyl alcohol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholXanthan gum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumTocopherol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolCitric acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilDecyl glucoside~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.25–0.45%
Potassium sorbate~0.2–0.35%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium chloride~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSilica~0.2–0.4%
Tin oxide~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideTitanium dioxide~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideIngredient list view
Water, Squalane, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Thermus thermophillus ferment, Tranexamic acid, Glucosyl hesperidin, Silybum marianum fruit extract, Withania somnifera root extract, Lactoferrin, Plankton extract, Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract, Pancratium maritimum extract, Dunaliella salina extract, Pentasodium tetracarboxymethyl acetylhydroxyprolyl dipeptide-12, Hexapeptide-11, Hexapeptide-12, Pentasodium tetracarboxymethyl dipeptide-51, Diglucosyl gallic acid, Phospholipids, Fructose, Betaine, Ascorbyl palmitate, Propanediol, Lecithin, Caprylyl methicone, Dimethicone, Mannitol, Phosphatidylcholine, 1,2-hexanediol, Cetyl alcohol, Xanthan gum, Tocopherol, Citric acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Decyl glucoside, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium chloride, Silica, Tin oxide, Titanium dioxide
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| ALASTIN SkincareA-LUMINATE BRIGHTENING SerumYOUR PRODUCT | SNPPrep Peptaronic Serum | Jin Jung sungOmega Vegan Vita Serum | Clark's BotanicalsNourishing Youth Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 82% | 82% | 81% |
| Price | $198.00 | — | $31.40−$166.60 | $93.75−$104.25 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 14 | 4 of 14 | 5 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Tripeptide-1 | Vitamin C | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"ALASTIN Skincare - A-LUMINATE BRIGHTENING Serum™" is effective for: Moisturizing, Anti-blemish, Anti-aging and Evens skin tone
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (3.00% - 3.70%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Peptides (hexapeptide-11 0.50% - 0.70%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (mannitol 0.30% - 0.55%, betaine 0.30% - 0.55%, fructose 0.30% - 0.60%, tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract 0.55% - 0.80%, thermus thermophillus ferment 1.80% - 2.20% and glycerin 4.00% - 4.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 168.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Effect of tranexamic acid on melasma: a clinical trial with histological evaluationonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Tranexamic acid accelerates skin barrier recovery and upregulates occludin in damaged skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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